Housing Works Bookstore

A truly charming bookstore with the warmest, most welcoming staff! I went there for the first time to donate books, and I was immediately surprised by how wonderful the space is. As soon as you walk in, it feels like a wonderland—beautiful, spacious, and nicely decorated, with high ceilings that make it feel open and magical. The stairs leading up to the next level make it feel even more special, inviting you to explore and discover more around every corner. The staff was incredibly friendly, kind, and genuinely appreciative, which made the experience even better. Knowing that both donating and shopping support such a meaningful cause makes this place even more special. I’ll definitely be back, not just to donate. Highly recommend!

I was incredibly surprise that back in November 2023, the staff Guillermo (if I spelled his name correctly) accepted my odd request to take my first book that I wrote about New York City (based on my first trip to New York City in May 2022) as a donation to the store! Deeply appreciate kindness! Made this Malaysian author happy! In that was able to purchase a few books for my mom and dad too within a good budget! Incredible space too! As a Taylor Swift fan, it's also meaningful too haha aha! Hope to be back in due time to grab some amazing books for myself and my family and friends!

I stumbled into this bookstore in Soho by chance while trying to escape the rain — and it turned out to be such a lovely surprise. They had a great selection of second-hand books across many genres, all at very reasonable prices. On top of that, there was a small and charming café inside, making it a perfect spot to browse, relax, and enjoy a quiet moment on a rainy day.

It's a great place to relax for a bit. There is a decent selection of books, clothing on the second floor, dishes, gloves, etc. There is also a cafe in the back. The staff were energetic and appeared to be in good spirits as well.